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P0146 Ho2S3: Description

The heated oxygen sensor 3, after HC adsorption catalyst (Under floor), monitors the oxygen level in the exhaust gas on each bank.

This sensor is made of ceramic zirconia. The zirconia generates voltage from approximately 1V in richer conditions to 0 V in leaner conditions.

Under normal conditions the heated oxygen sensor 3 is not used for engine control operation.

Fig 1: Cross-Sectional View - HO2S2
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